"I became a language mentor for refugee women because I believe that sharing French is truly impactful. It opens doors for them in their daily lives, as well as toward the careers to which they aspire. When we support Fellows they gain the confidence to live, work, and express themselves in a new country, and in a language that is not easy to learn. Through real-life examples — making an administrative request, pitching an IT project, handling a job interview — I can share my knowledge, but also listen to them."

"I became a mentor thinking I could help Fellows build their career paths in IT. However, thanks to Sistech and the three Fellows I worked with, I received more than I gave. The Fellows didn't know each other, but they immediately found a way to collaborate because they shared mutual goals. This kind of teamwork was pure strength, the kind of energetic potential that our world needs. "I offered only my professional skills, but I received inspiration, a desire to improve, confidence in the future, and a valuable life lesson: A new beginning is always possible."

"Sistech truly is a gem of an organisation, along with the incredible programmes it offers. I had the opportunity to participate in one of their initiatives as a project buddy in 2025. It was about more than just supporting these amazing refugee women. It was about overcoming challenges, being there for them, empowering, and showing new possibilities. This experience opens up new horizons for the women, the buddies, and in the long run for the tech sector, as a creates potential for future employers. Sistech's programmes are a wonderful initiative, driven by great people and a great cause. I'm really grateful to have been a part of it."

“The opportunity to train and mentor highly skilled refugee women in the Italian high-tech market was a deeply enriching experience for me, both professionally and personally. It was an experience that — in addition to the transfer of technical knowledge — fostered a unique sense of purpose and community, based on mutual learning and respect. Working alongside such talented and determined women further strengthened my belief in the power of collaboration across diverse cultural backgrounds."

"I started volunteering for Sistech as a trainer for three Fellows who wanted to pursue a career in software testing. This has been an incredibly rewarding experience, as I got to share my professional knowledge, anecdotes and advice with them. They are truly inspiring women and I am very impressed with their level of dedication. Learning a new skill set, in a foreign language, would be a huge challenge for anyone. But the Fellows always remained motivated and it was a pleasure to watch their progress over the weeks. I have decided to keep volunteering for Sistech in the future, because I love the sense of community here."

“Being a mentor at Sistech is a truly transformative experience — a purpose-driven cause that makes me feel deeply honored and proud. It’s not just about guiding remarkable refugee women; it’s about standing alongside them as they reclaim their dreams and step into promising careers that transform their lives. Sistech is a movement of empowerment, resilience, unity and possibility, where every conversation ignites growth, and every success story inspires hope. If you’re seeking a way to create real, lasting impact, Sistech is where it begins. Joining this community means becoming part of something truly extraordinary.”